GE Dishwasher Repair - How to Replace the Flood Switch

Need help replacing the Flood Switch (Part # WD21X10519) in your GE Dishwasher? Watch this how-to video with simple, step-by-step instructions for a successful DIY repair.

Don’t already have this part? You can pick up an authentic OEM part sourced directly from the original manufacturer here:

Fix Part Number: FIX8690623
OEM Part Number: WD21X10519

Why you might need to replace the Flood Switch:
1. Will not fill with water
2. Not drying dishes properly
3. Not draining
4. Not cleaning dishes properly

What tools you need for this repair:
• 1/4" hexhead screwdriver
• needle nose pliers

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[bettyyoder]

Thank you so much!! I did a search for water not coming into the dishwasher since mine was getting hot but dirt was dried on and the washer was dry. I found info for a failed float sensor then found this video. We got it apart, hubby ran and got a new float sensor. It took no time at all to put things back together. Saved us a pile of money for a service call. Thanks again!!!!

[liznelson]

Thank you so much!!! I just cleaned mine because my dishwasher stopped cleaning dishes. Its perfect now. You saved me $800+!!!

[franciscodanconia]

Thank you!!! I just fixed my dishwasher for $32.60 for a genuine GE part and about 1/2 hour total, saving me the $950 my wife was about to spend on a new unit. Thanks again!!

[philipwong]

Thank you so much for the video instructions and tips! I followed the steps, and was able to fix the dishwasher. The filter got stuck so hard that it broke the top when I tried to get it out. I ended up have to break it in pieces to get it out. After that, I was able to continue and finish the procedures successfully.

[jacoby]

Thank you for the video. I am incredibly un-handy and always get easily overwhelmed when faced with the prospect of having to fix anything at all. I'm thankful for YouTube. But I was actually able to do this, and now our heated dry works again! It was just as easy as the video implies. Thank you.

[Lorilog]

Thank you for the step by step! I changed out my part today and now my dishwasher is like new. I struggled with removing the old switch, but your close up shots helped so much. Really appreciate it!

[cherezrobinson]

Excellent video! I'll be attempting this repair this weekend.

[trmiller]

Thanks for the visual step by step. Very helpful!! Especially for newbies like me

[christygilbert]

Very helpful! We were able to clean ours out and put it back - and this was just the set of instructions we needed to do it successfully. Thank you!

[meliepy]

My dishwasher wasn't filling with water and replacing this part fixed it. Thanks!

[kitchensink]

Thanks u
Have had issues with it not cleaning then not filling with water. Going to check my float switch today

[tracyellis]

Thanks so much for this video. It was so clear and concise. Loved the closeups, they helped my so much!😀

[themechanic]

This part will prevent dishwasher from filling and overfilling to avoid flood ❤

[YeahBuddy]

Awesome fix! I was looking for a video like this! Thank you!

[TheCottonTop]

My year old GE dishwasher does not have this style switch. I believe it’s located underneath, on the side of the pump assembly. Any thoughts?

[robertjansen]

Great video. Very informative. Really disgustingly dirty dishwasher.

[pipi]

How do you test that float switch to see if it is actually bad or not?

[brokenwise]

Great video! Thank you for the clear descriptions!!

[matthewgarrett]

Can I use a multimeter to test the float? And if so, what pins?

[slonison]

Maybe im blind but when i pull out the fine filter, there is nothing beneath it. Could my float be located elsewhere? The dishwasher is only 2 years old.